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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has defended his planned military takeover of Gaza City in the face of growing international condemnation and anger, with United Nations officials warning Sunday the move would lead to “another calamity” in the embattled, starving enclave.

In a rare news conference with international media, Netanyahu said the controversial operation to take over what was once Gaza’s largest city , which faces tremendous internal and international opposition, is the fastest way to end the war.

“Contrary to false claims, this is the best way to end the war and the best way to end it speedily,” he said. “This is how we brin

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